After their stunning success at the AFC U23 Championship 2018 in China, Vietnam U23 have returned home and received a very warm welcome from fans across the country. Vietnam U23 dropped their historic AFC championship title after succumbing to a narrow 1-2 defeat to Uzbekistan in the final of the 2018 competition in China on January 27. However, with their brave fighting spirit until the last minute, Park Hang-Seo’s players have become the victors in the hearts of millions of Vietnamese football lovers. Vietnam´s Under 23 football squad got a rapturous welcome home on January 28 from thousands of fans lining the streets of the capital, even though they fell short of a championship win. Surrounded by fans and well-wishers who shrugged off light rain, the double-decker took five hours to reach the city centre from the airport, a journey which normally takes 40 minutes. The team has been cheered on by fans across Southeast Asia, which according to Foxsports Asia, is "the real … [Read more...] about Photo gallery – Vietnam`s U23 squad returns to fans` storming ovation – Hanoi Times
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Egypt hopeful on Salah as fans remain in suspense
Egypt hopeful on Salah as fans remain in suspenseThe Saigon Times Daily People take photos with Egypt's Mohamed Salah during a training in Cairo international stadium in Cairo June 9, 2018 - PHOTO: REUTERS CAIRO/YEKATERINBURG (REUTERS) - Egypt coach Hector Cuper said Mohamed Salah had a "great chance" of playing against Uruguay but no decision would be taken until Thursday's training session as the Pharoahs flew into Yekaterinburg for the start of their World Cup campaign. "I am optimistic that he will be with us, I think he has a great chance to participate, he has been training with the ball and his condition has improved compared to the last days," Cuper said on Facebook. Ihab Leheta, the national team manager, told Reuters by phone: "The medical staff will provide a comprehensive report on the condition of Salah tomorrow and the coach will not rush in his decision." Salah left the field in tears after sustaining a shoulder ligament injury while playing for Liverpool in … [Read more...] about Egypt hopeful on Salah as fans remain in suspense
Vietnamese-made World Cup replicas fuel fans
If you are a football fan who desires to have a World Cup trophy at home, then you might consider buying one of Vuong Hong Nhat's replica trophies. Nhat is a big football fan and a skilled craftsman. He decided to make replicas of World Cup trophies in 20-10 when the event was held in South Africa. … [Read more...] about Vietnamese-made World Cup replicas fuel fans
Manchester Utd fans and rivals rally round Ferguson
A global impact: messages have poured in from around the world wishing former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson a speedy recovery following emergency for a brain haemorrhage. (AFP/Ben STANSALL) Considered the most successful manager in the history of British football, Ferguson won 38 major trophies in just over 26 years in charge of Manchester United, including 13 Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League twice. It is a measure of the Scot's success on the pitch, and his stature off it that tributes poured in from around the world of sport, and beyond, to wish the 76-year-old a speedy recovery after he underwent surgery on Saturday. "Everyone at AC Milan wishes Sir Alex Ferguson a full and speedy recovery," said a statement by the seven-time European champions on their official Twitter page early on Sunday morning. Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri, who is on the verge of leading the Turin giants to a seventh successive Serie A crown, said: "Stay strong Alex … [Read more...] about Manchester Utd fans and rivals rally round Ferguson
Next generation: Young actresses make it big
Viet Nam News by Thu Anh After years of working hard, three young film actresses of HCM City are making their mark and leading a new generation that is inspiring audiences. Hoàng Yến began her career with a 100-episode sitcom on Việt Nam Television when she was 14 years old. She is now a new idol in both film and music after nearly 10 years working in the industry. Her latest film, Tháng Năm Rực Rỡ (Splendid Years), a remake of a South Korean hit called Sunny, was released last month and was a hit in Việt Nam. The film on urban women earned more than VNĐ65 billion (US$2.85 million) in ticket sales 10 days after release. Yến performed a leading role besides stars Hồng Ánh and Mỹ Duyên, winners of the Golden Kite for Best Actress, presented by the Việt Nam Cinematography Association. Last year, Yến played a supporting role in Cô Gái Đến Từ Hôm Qua (The … [Read more...] about Next generation: Young actresses make it big